Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz GLE | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 114.8 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 189.1 in | -9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 75.8 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 70.7 in | -14.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 5238 lb. | -1458 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.9 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 40.3 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.5 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 58.4 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 38.4 in | -7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 38.2 ft3 | -25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -67.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus IS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE.